MiddleEarthRoze

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

Haha, that would be awesome! Would certainly make for some interesting interactions when language barriers come up.

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

Yeah, online sources can be confusing haha. And I thought he'd know Sindarin because of his father - he can be as fluent as you'd like though, it wouldn't be out of the ordinary for him to be well-versed in it. I would assume this anyway, but does he also know Westron? I would imagine most of the people in Rohan would learn it, what with being the most popular language of men, but it doesn't hurt to check first. :)

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

Sindarin. It was easier to translate from the resources I found online, simply because it's a more developed language. In the lore, however, Quenya wasn't really used much in day-to-day conversation, as it was so old. It was reserved for ceremonies, old songs and tales of elvish history. Someone who wasn't an Elf or of the Dúnedain likely wouldn't know Quenya, barring words that had transferred between it and the Sindar tongue.

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

Those edits are perfect! The continued feud between the line of Éothain and Eorl would certainly put off others from being true friends with the former. And servant is fine - chances are some of her coin would go towards paying off the debt her son incurred, so that works wonderfully. Húldas is accepted; you can move him into the character tab, and post at your own pleasure!

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

Awesome character! Glad to have our first Rohirric character! I'll just need you to make a few changes.

Firstly, you've mentioned Mirkwood and Dôr-min-Taur as being in Beleriand, which will need editing.

Secondly, it's more to do with your character's backstory. The people of Eorl were described as "...true-hearted, generous in thought and deed; bold but not cruel...". This to me makes me think they wouldn't hold a grudge against an entire line for what one of their ancestors may have done; and they certainly wouldn't have been involved with slavery, even keeping in line with weregild. If you've found a source that says contrary to what I believe, then fair enough - but otherwise, you'll have to change it. Perhaps turn the contempt of everyone into two specific family's that hate one another? Constantly battling, in competition, etc. This seems to be a more likely occurrence than everyone disliking the family because of a falling out with a dead King long ago. The slavery however, can't stay.

Other than that, he's wonderful! Once you make your changes, I'll be looking forward to seeing him in the IC. :)

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@babbysama

We definitely have spots open, and especially to Tolkien enthusiasts! A member of the rohirrim will fit in nicely (and yes, they win in aesthetics alone. Tall horse lords beat Gondorians and Elves anyday, haha).

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@FernStone

Not at all, you can add him in. Feel free to describe their journey and whatnot, I'll just go with whatever you write when I post. :)

The Lord of the Rings: The Age of Men

@FernStone

Oh yes, definitely! His CS will be pretty much the same as before, but he'll have joined the other Hobbits to help track down their missing friend. I'll be posting his CS before his IC post. :)

Starkissed

@Mae

Aürelia Ostelas / Lorena / Goddess of the Oceans and Seas, Wrath & Mercy

⍚ Aürelia Ostelas ⥥ 21 ⥥ Female ⥥ Bisexual ⍚

"Sometimes the ocean gives. Sometimes it takes away."

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𝔐y 𝔐ortal ℭ𝔬𝔦𝔩

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[ ⍚ ] A _{P P E A R A N C E}

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"At first glance, one may use the term delicate to describe Aürelia, thanks to her diminutive stature and somewhat plump body. Paired with girlish features, and a cloud of shoulder-length, white-blond curls, from afar, many have underestimated her in the past. Until they got a better look at her, that is.

Upon closer inspection, her ample figure lends itself more to lean muscle than fat; although her limbs still retain a pleasant softness about them, it is clear that she is no stranger to exerting – or protecting – herself. Her 4’11” frame often appears taller than it is, due to her tendency to hold herself up in a relatively superior manner amongst others. Not in a purposefully condescending way, but it is simply the way she is.

Any more softness is lost when looking upon Aürelia’s face, which usually holds an apathetic – or haughty – expression. Her amber eyes are akin to stones, beautiful to look upon, but also cold and hard; this unfriendliness is only built upon by her angled facial features and sharp gaze. While it would be both unfair and untrue to state that she lacks any form of physical attractiveness, her shrewd stares give her a sense of distance; of icy inhospitality, and a false sense of safety despite how calm she may truly look. This has caused more than a few to steer away from her presence.

Despite all this, it is not impossible to see her smile; it is often a feeble one, if it should appear at all, but it is evidence enough that she is not without humour or happiness. During these instances, her coldness seems to disappear, and one can truly see the young woman beneath.

In terms of clothing, Aürelia tends to wear light, flowing outfits. The coast generally has decent weather and a warm climate, so thick or protective clothing isn't really necessary. More often than not she'll have either a dress or skirt of varying lengths, made of a a graceful, semi-sheer material. Pastel colours make up her entire wardrobe, but her favourites remain teal or blue. When in her home, she usually goes barefoot, or wears light-weight sandals. In less favourable climates, Aürelia also has sturdier clothing, with moccasin boots, and various furs (which she doesn't like wearing). As the daughter of the Chieftain of the tribe, she wears a delicate circlet, crafted from silver and adorned with a pearl.

Aürelia’s skin and complexion is best described as sandy; a natural tan colour that doesn’t seem to change throughout the seasons, sunlight only bringing forth golden freckles across her nose, back and shoulders. Pale, silvery scars stand out here and there, but nothing overly serious. No, the largest “blemish” to her skin would be that of her birthmark. Placed on her midriff, just in the middle of her breastbone, is a small, non-descript line. Upon using her powers, this line grows longer, becoming more crooked and asymmetrical. Eventually cracks issue from this line, and like waves constantly battering away at a cliff, the cracks will become fissures, and she will crumble away, becoming nothing more than sand on the shore. Prior to this, these cracks will shine with an ethereal light as she uses her powers, as will her eyes – the light is shimmering and distorted, like sunrays beneath the surf.”

[ ⍚ ] P _{E R S O N A L I T Y}

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"As mentioned, Aürelia is a very apathetic person. She doesn’t concern herself with petty troubles or pointless arguing, because it’s a futile thing, in her eyes. As such, she isn’t one to complain herself, regardless of the situation she finds herself in. Sympathy will rarely be given to others, but at the same time, she demands none for herself. However, if there is one thing Aürelia does consider important, it is respect. There are many things in this world that should be respected, regardless of one’s opinion of them. The same applies to people; while respect should certainly be earned, to some degree, Aürelia retains a respectful and polite manner around most, particularly acquaintances. First impressions matter, after all – and while she isn’t one to worry over accidentally offending someone, she does like others to respect her as well. The best way to do that is to treat them as she would like to be treated.

Amongst friends, Aürelia’s cold exterior seems to relax somewhat. Her frostiness isn’t a façade of any kind, but it warms up considerably while around those she cares for. A dry wit and sarcastic sense of humour can come forth in the way of deadpan remarks and quips – usually said with a straight face, but definitely with the intention of getting some laughter out of others. Caring remarks are often said bluntly and without tact, and she will be particularly vocal if a friend of hers is planning on doing something foolish. Aürelia never promises to be there for her foolish friends, and will often scoff at whatever silly thing they are doing… but she will tend to be there to help them when things go wrong.

Amongst enemies, respect still remains. One can dislike another but still act civil with each other. However, if somebody steps over a line, Aürelia will be there immediately to correct it. Seeing her temper arise is a rare occasion, as she prefers to deal with things in a calm and collected manner… due to this, an explosion of her anger is no small thing. It can be over in seconds after much damage has been caused (Be it metaphorical or physical damage), or it can steam away for days, as she waits for the right moment to release her rage."

[ ⍚ ] B _{I O G R A P H Y}

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"Aürelia was born as the second child and first daughter of the Vatten Tribe, along the southern coastline. Her family had been Chieftain's of the tribe for as long as anyone could remember, and so, they were treated with great respect. Being in this situation, Aürelia never wanted for anything - the food was farmed for them, the fish already caught to eat, and she didn't have to start working at a young age to provide for her family like some other girls in the village would - but that did not mean she intended to live a lazy life. Her parents encouraged work and independence, and so she often had the same lessons as her brother. They both learnt their letters, both learned how to swim, fish, boat, and even fight, to some small degree. With plenty of dangerous creatures in the sea, it was important that anyone treading in the water knew how to defend themselves.

Thanks to her upbringing, Aürelia had a very uneventful childhood. She learnt things, her parents had more children, and suddenly she was a teenager... and, of marrying age. Aürelia knows that an arranged marriage to someone outside of her tribe means she'll likely have to leave the coast, and that is the one thing she dreads the most. Secretly, of course - she's learnt not to complain in her life, especially with many of her childhood friends being lowly farmers or fishermen. The troubles of the rich and powerful were nothing to people who worked the land to live. The only thing that has prevented an arranged marriage so far was the untimely death of her father, and the subsequent troubles of a new Chieftian; her older brother, Fanari. Although things have settled down now, he seems quite interested in changing things around the village... and not for the better. Aürelia would prefer to stay and keep an eye on what he is planning on doing, but she can tell he wants rid of her. And with the gathering of Clans approaching, she silently fears of what he may do."

Memories Retained: Ignore for now

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𝔐y ℑmmortal 𝔖𝔬𝔲𝔩

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⍚ Lorena ⥥ Goddess of the Oceans & Seas, Wrath, and Mercy ⥥ Female ⥥ Bisexual ⍚

<“Don’t forget to hoist the sails!
Make sure you learn how to swim!
Don’t forget to check your hull,
Or the sea will fill to brim!

Don’t forget to row your oars!
Make sure you pay respects!
Or the ocean will make sure Lorena will know,
And then you’ll all be wrecked!

And into the briny sea you’ll sink!
Seeing monsters as you go
You’ve earned your fate, in Lorena’s eyes
In your watery grave down below.”>

Children's Nursery Rhyme

[ ⍚ ] G_{O D L Y A P P E A R A N C E}

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"Being a Goddess, Lorena had the ability to take multiple forms, but the most common of these was when she was seen in the water. More often that not, she looked vaguely fish like, with scales upon her skin in beautiful, iridescent colours; fins that shimmered with the water and looked almost transparent; flowing black hair with hints of blues and greens, and pitch black eyes flecked with teal. When coming on shore, she adopted a more land-friendly form, with two human-like legs, less scales, and eyes better suited to dealing with the bright sunlight. Typically, she was far more carefree and joyous when in the water, but unfortunately, such free emotion brought with it negativity, leading to terrible storms and natural disasters."

[ ⍚ ] K _{N O W N F O R}

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• The Ocean and Seas
• Water
• Mercy
• Mariners, Sailing, etc.
• Wrath
• Neutrality
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Victims of Drowning
• Simple marine life, such as fish, dolphins and sharks.
• Magic marine life, such as Merpeople, Hippocampi and sea monsters.

[ ⍚ ] F _{O R M A T I V E M O M E N T S I N H I S T O R Y}

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"There are several versions of the story surrounding Lorena and the Ocean; much like the chicken and the egg question, the people can't seem to decide whether Lorena created the water of their planet, or if she herself was born from it. Even Lorena couldn't tell you the answer; one day, she simply was, as was her domain. Since then, her time as a Goddess has been fairly unremarkable. The petty squabbles of the other Gods did not concern her, as long as they didn't drag her - or her ocean - into it. As such, Lorena didn't have much in the way of mortal enemies... but at the same, she did not have any best friends, or anyone to call family.

Until her Starkissed, that is. A surprising event, finding a soulmate and falling in love; and it seemed to have an effect on her. Emotion came more freely, and her mercy was being noticed more and more. A child falling from a cliff washing up on the shore, untouched; a fishing expedition gone wrong as a storm riled the water - but the fishermen's boat did not overturn; those who worshipped Lorena rejoiced in her actions, glad to be able to trust the ocean's wildness at last. But stories began to spread of those who took advantage of this.

A medium-sized village to the south had noticed the absence of Lorena's usual wrath when it came to the treatment of her waters. The people grew greedy and lazy; over-fishing the local marine life, and polluting the waters with their litter and human waste. When Lorena finally discovered the bay the village sat upon, it was empty of life, and the water looked and smelled akin to a stagnant pond. With her emotions already running high, her temper exploded - the villagers watched on as a tidal wave rushed towards them, standing 50 feet high, and at it's head, their incandescent Goddess. The water washed away everything of the village, with no life being spared.

Unbeknown to her, the Dark Ones were watching. They were aware of her stance of neutrality between the Gods, but could not trust that she would stay out of their affairs permanently. Witnessing her great fury, they chose to use this against her; sending a message one day that they had taken her Starkissed, Lorena's temper snapped once again. With a tempest like no other accompanying her, she stormed the beach where the Dark Ones had said her beloved lay... but they were not there. Instead, her enemies, blocking her from the ocean and finalising their plan. The curse struck her in the chest like a spear of lightning, and she began to fade, cried out her soulmate's name, having no idea if they had been taken too.

After moments of darkness, she was reborn as Aürelia."

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𝔐y 𝔊ifts 𝔚𝔦𝔱𝔥𝔦𝔫

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[ ⍚ ] S _{K I L L S E T}

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Three General skills to start and up to two combat abilities. Due to the setting you may also have 1 Survival ability.

• Reading & Writing: Thanks to her family's importance, Aürelia learnt to read and write as a young girl.
• Sailing: A staple skill for those in her Tribe; she can steer even the most complicated boats her Tribe creates.
• Swimming: If one can't swim, they shouldn't sail. That's what her father thought,
  anyway. Aürelia can swim quite fast, and is capable of holding her breath for a good long time while doing so.

• Fishing: While more of an amusing past-time for herself and her siblings as a child, it is still an invaluable skill to learn. Even inland, there are lakes and rivers filled with fish to be eaten.
• Spears: Spear-fishing was the most favoured technique in her village, beyond using nets. One has to be quick, and be able to gauge where your prey is going. Thankfully, this skill with a spear can be used on land animals... and other, more dangerous foes.
• Speed: Blessed with a natural agility, Aürelia's speed has only helped her in terms of fishing and swimming. It is not just a physical speed either; her mind is sharp, and has often come in handy when making split-second decisions.

[ ⍚ ] A _{B I L I T I E S}

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These will unlock as we continue.

Life Force: 0/0 (ignore for now)

Ability 1: Lorena's Mercy
The Ocean is not completely without it's gifts, and Aürelia reflects this in her powers - they aid both herself, and those she believes deserve it.

Ocean's Breath: Aürelia uses her ability to control the water to breathe beneath it; this power can also be used on others to save from drowning.
Purify: Aürelia is able to purify water of salt, poisons and general waste, making most sources (stagnant or otherwise) drinkable.
Ocean's Kiss: The water around you suddenly eases your aches and pains, with minor injuries and exhaustion being washed away, leaving you rejuvenated.

Ability 2: Beasts of the Deep
Many creatures dwell below the waves, and they are not without respect for their Goddess; when called, all manners of monsters will beckon to Aürelia's call.

Fish are Friends: There are a lot of fish in the sea, and many of them have teeth. Aürelia can use her marine friends for many different tasks, including eating those who dare to face her. However, the larger and more intelligent the mind, the more free will it has against her demands; nothing larger than a tiger shark will heed to this ability.
Call for Help: Aürelia can mimic the cry of a Merperson in pain, and if close enough to water, Merpeople will rush to the aid of their supposed fallen friend. However, she cannot ensure they will help fight her foes, while leaving both her friends and herself alone.
Freshwater Fellows: While the ocean is her overall domain, sources of fresh (And salt) water inland can be used to her advantage too... and the creatures that dwell within. Amphibians such as poisonous frogs or alligators can be tempted away from their dwellings to cause troubles for her enemies; this ability also extends to more magical creatures such as Kelpies or Grindylows.

Ability 3: Wrath of the Oceans
The Ocean is not something to be taken lightly, and neither is Aürelia - these powers will cause even the most fearless of men to beg for her mercy.

Waterfall: Aürelia can blast others with potent streams of water. The stream can be high pressured enough to knock someone down or subdue them. This ability can also be used to put out fires.
Release the Kraken: The further down the monster dwells, the bigger it will be. Aürelia can summon forth a leviathan of terrifying size to give her a greater advantage in a fight.
Cataclysm: With her rage running untamed, Aürelia brings forth the true power of the ocean; a tidal wave, capable of wiping out entire towns in one fell swoop. The wave will reach up to at most ten miles inland, and when it draws back to the ocean, everything it has touched is gone.

[ ⍚ ] I _{N V E N T O R Y}

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• 6-foot wooden spear
• Sea-Salt
• Cheesecloth, for keeping fish good on the road
• Filleting knife
• Twine
• Small coil of hemp rope

[ ⍚ ] O _{T H E R}

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Colour Code: (Will add later)
The Vatten Tribe: Known for it's skill in boat-making and fishing, it resides on the Coast to the south. With the recent death of their previous Chieftain, Florian, his son Fanari now rules with an iron fist. He has commissioned larger and more powerful boats to be built by their carpenters, but nobody knows why. Some fear war, while others hopes for new trade deals with the other Clans.

[ ⍚ ] R _{E L A T I O N S H I P S}

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Will you participate in the Relationship Assignment?: Yes
This section will be replaced with a Relation Sheet.

Okay, I've fixed up her powers, and I've tweaked the wording of Cataclysm so it's less end-of-the-worldy. Hope that's okay! If not, I'll just swap it out for her Boil and Toil power. :)

Escaping the Blight: A Collaboration of POOHEAD189 & MiddleEarthRoze

Feri's heart seemed to jump slightly as Rannon finally walked through the door, relief washing over her like a great wave.

"There you are! I was beginning to think you weren't going to show up!" She blurted out before she even thought about answering his question. "And you're hurt." Feri's own minor injuries of scuffed palms and bruised bottom were completely forgotten at the sight of the cut on his cheek. Swiftly reminding herself after a moment that it was rather normal for one to sustain an injury in a tourney - and he was lucky to come away with just a small cut - Feri's cheeks flushed at her over-protectiveness. "Um... yes. We picked up a few interesting stories from around town." Waving the serving girl over, some food and more drinks were ordered before Feri could launch into her and Gideon's adventures of the day.

"First of all, I can say without doubt that the townspeople and visiting merchants are absolutely bloody clueless as to what's going on." She began in a hushed tone, glad she had picked the quietest, darkest corner of the inn for their conversation. "Asking about Ostagar is pointless - everyone seems to still be under the impression that King Cailan is some knight in shining armour, ready to vanquish a handful of Darkspawn and be home in time for tea. And as for Lothering? I came far too close to losing my temper and telling the truth just to shut those bastards up about speculating. Innocent people have been slaughtered, it isn't right for some jumped-up Orlesian merchant to spread rumours about rogue mages or wild Qunari going doolally in the village." Her voice began to rise a little in anger in the middle of the rant, and she swiftly had to tone it down before people started looking over. Quietly simmering, Feri took a small break, finishing off the rest of her pint, and remaining silent as the serving girl returned with more food and drinks.

Taking another enthusiastic gulp of her fresh pint, Feri wiped her mouth with an increasingly dirty-looking sleeve, watching the girl leave with narrowed eyes before deciding she was again out of earshot. "Anyway... I hope you haven't been shouting your mouth off about Ostagar either." Eyes darting back to Rannon, they now looked more concerned than angry. "After a little snooping and a good climb, I was able to find the esteemed Guard-Captain and listen in on a little conversation he was having with a pair of his recruits. What I heard was interesting, to say the least." At that, Feri recounted everything she had heard and seen in the Guard-Captain's office as she and Rannon ate. Recalling the brutal way the man had acted brought back the shivers down Feri's spine, and she dreaded what would happen if he found out about herself and her companions. Especially Rannon... one of the few survivors of Ostagar? Maker only knows what that sick son of a bitch would do to him.

"This guy is bad news, Rannon. By the looks of his clothing and office, he's definitely being paid off by someone to keep this charade up. This Bann... Flower, or whatever he's called, most likely. It would explain why his guards know nothing, and why he seems intent on going ahead with this tourney. Didn't turn up anything about his wife's death though, other than a few fishwives saying how awful it was." Feri paused, suddenly grasping Rannon's hand from across the table, eyes wide with concern. "You must be careful. Fair enough, they might turf me out of the place for asking too many questions, but if they find out you were there? They could kill you! And I can't let that happen." Their current situation - and the daunting threat of the Guard-Captain - ensured that Feri wasn't going to feel embarrassed at this sudden rush of caring for someone she barely knew. This young warrior had already been through enough shit, and he went through even more just to save her life out in the wilds. Maker knows she'd return the favour... but then, Feri had an inkling that she would be willing to risk her own life to save his regardless of settling any debts between them. Whether they'd bonded over near-death encounters, the Blight, surviving the Wilds, or even just forced companionship for about a week... there was a bond there, and it was strong enough that Feri would feel hurt at it's breaking.

@POOHEAD189